Median Income
$59,850
20% lower than US avg
Home Value
$174,800
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
29.6%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$665
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.2%
34% lower than US avg
How Petersburg Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,590
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density1,660/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A
Median Income$59,850
Per Capita$41,332
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$364M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$174,800
Rent$665
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$202,729
Health
Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Elevation500 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+29.6%
High School+91.5%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute23 min
Libraries2
Is Petersburg a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Petersburg receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Petersburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Petersburg is $59,850, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Petersburg is $174,800, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $665 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Petersburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches, including 15.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Petersburg has a population of 2,590 with a density of 1,660 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%), with 2% Hispanic.
Population
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Petersburg vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Petersburg vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Petersburg is $59,850, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income: Petersburg vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $59,850 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $41,332 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $812 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $80,554 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.2% |
| 34% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 229 |
| County GDP | $364M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 19 |
| Healthcare | 12 |
| Retail | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,475 |
| 56% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.13% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.6 min |
| Work from Home | 6.8% |
The median home value in Petersburg is $174,800, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $665 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $202,729.
Home Values
| Census Median | $174,800 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $202,729 |
| Median List Price | $249,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $249,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $63 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.8% |
| Price Drops | 60.0% |
| Inventory | 5 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $665 |
| 43% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,475 |
| 56% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.13% |
In Petersburg, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Petersburg vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.7% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.6% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.3% |
| Depression | 24.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.9% |
| Premature Death | 6,371/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 12 |
Crime Rates: Petersburg vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Petersburg has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.7 inches |
| 1% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 15.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 500 ft (152 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,660/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0143°N, 89.8453°W |
| County FIPS | 17129 |